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Thursday, May 4, 2017

Karl Lagerfeld Brings Big Ideas with Chanel Resort 2018

The overall collection is
bland and typical of what Karl Lagerfeld has designed before, but the outfits
that work are bold and innovative.

The models wear
accessories that are meant to make them look like Grecian goddesses regardless
of the outfit. The chokers, the thin headbands and the gladiator sandals frame
the outfits and point to the Grecian theme.

Cara Taylor walks (Credit: Vogue.com)

Top model Cara Taylor
wears a striking shirtdress with that convenient naval-inspired drawstring. The
horizontal stripes of terracotta brown, black and gold are rich.

Seashells & Potato Ruffles (Credit: Vogue.com)

The tiered ruffles of this
dress resemble seashells and ruffled potato chips. The inclusion of dark tweed
fabric evokes the classic Chanel suit, which begs the question: is this a dress
or a suit?It’s hard to tell.

In a moment of simplicity,
Chanel muse Mica Arganaraz wears the collection’s subtly bold outfit. She
wears—gasp!—sweater and jeans, but with a gilded leaf appliqués. The simple
outfit and big glamorous sunglasses evokes former First Lady Jacqueline Onassis
in her 1970s period. The clutch indicates Mica is headed to a party.

There are many ideas to
take away from the collection. The gladiator sandals can be worn with cropped
jeans, shorts or a skirt. Women can take advantage of open-necklines like
wearing chokers with sweaters.